1997 Ford Royale vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Royale would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford Royale | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Royale | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3700 mm |